Questions and answers about the Pope’s situation remain one month into his hospital stay and given the precedent of Benedict ...

The eventful Avignon Papacy included three different popes ruling at the same time and an Irish king complaining about the ...

The history of the papacy is filled with unusual, dramatic events. From a pope put on trial after death to a resignation that ...

According to the Bank of England, about £50bn has been added to cash Isas alone in the 12 months to December 2024. That’s the ...

A Japanese artist has announced plans to present the history of Japan's "hidden Christians" to younger generations through ...

As Iranians celebrate the Persian New Year, explore the fascinating calendars still used around the world—shaped by sun, moon ...

The date of this spring holiday is not as random as you might think. The post Why Does Easter Fall on a Different Sunday ...

Even if you know what Easter is all about, you might not know when it is. After all, while Christmas reliably falls on Dec.

February is packed with interesting observances, but one that stands out is Leap Day—and the Leap Year that makes it possible ...

Are you honeymooning in Italy? You may want to choose destinations that tourists have not overrun. Start with our list of ...